Entry Level Accountant (HYBRID)
The Bank Accounting Specialist is responsible for reviewing, reconciling, and analyzing large volumes of store transaction data to ensure accuracy with bank files and the general ledger. This role involves daily and monthly reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, managing uncollected deposits, and collaborating with multiple internal and external stakeholders to maintain financial integrity within a high-volume retail environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a large convenience retail network.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position summary
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Accountant (Hybrid) / Bank Accounting Specialist to join their high-volume financial operations team. This contract-to-hire role is based in Irving, NY and focuses on daily and month-end bank reconciliations, investigating transaction exceptions, and maintaining accurate store-level financial records.
What You’ll Do
- Review and reconcile large volumes of daily store transaction data to bank files and the general ledger.
- Research exceptions, transaction variances, and unreconciled store transactions; post corrections as needed.
- Communicate with banks, armored carriers, and store teams to resolve discrepancies.
- Monitor aging uncollected deposits daily and escalate significant exposures.
- Process adjustments to store deposit balances per SLAs.
- Prepare daily and monthly journal entries and reconcile month-end bank balances to the GL.
- Respond to store inquiries and disputes with clear written and verbal explanations.
- Analyze reconciliation results and journal entries for appropriateness and alignment with accounting policies.
- Track store ownership changes and adjust reconciliations accordingly.
- Support Treasury, Accounting, Operations, and other internal stakeholders on issues and special projects.
Required / Essential Skills
- 3–4 years of accounting experience with a focus on high‑volume reconciliations.
- Proven proficiency reconciling bank accounts, store transactions, and GL balances.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills for analyzing large datasets and preparing schedules.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles, policies, and systems documentation.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for documenting corrections and interacting with internal/external partners.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Qualifications (Preferred)
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Experience in multi-location retail or similar environments handling transactional data.
- Experience interacting with external banking partners and armored couriers.
- Familiarity with store-level financial statements and how deposit corrections impact results.
- Ability to identify trends, recommend process improvements, and follow SLAs.
- Interest in long-term growth within accounting and financial operations.
Workplace & Environment
This is a hybrid, office-based position supporting a large, high-volume convenience retail network with thousands of locations. Work follows daily and monthly close cycles and uses modern accounting systems and Excel. The team values accuracy, risk awareness, cross-functional collaboration, and professional growth.
Job Type & Location
- Contract to Hire
- Hybrid — based in Irving, NY
Pay & Benefits
- Pay range: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour.
- Actual compensation will be based on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
- If eligible, benefits for this role may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), voluntary life/AD&D, disability, HSA, transportation benefits, EAP, and paid time off — subject to eligibility and plan terms.
About the Recruitment Process
Careertakes is managing recruitment as a third‑party recruiter on behalf of Confidential Client. Applicants may receive communications about other matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform. Careertakes and Confidential Client follow applicable US hiring laws and best practices, and reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
Negotiate a higher salary! Check the salary ranges for this job type in your area.
View My Salary Range